Business Development Intern
Location: DE, BE, Berlin
Department: Business Development
Employment type: Temporary
Required experience: Internship
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Internet
Function: Business Development

Company profile:

Job description:
Contentful (#URL_5a4bd8f0d0a31444fff32fb5f446f4885baffd12760eedd6337b59c44a8cb9dc#) is an API-first content management platform for web and mobile applications and the first cloud-based service to allow content to be distributed across any device, application or platform, with one single input. We basically make it easier for companies to manage their content across platforms.We are funded by some of the world’s leading VCs, Balderton (MySQL, Redhat, Twitter, New Relic, Dropbox) and Point Nine Capital (Zendesk, Unbounce, Server Density). Our advisory board includes key personalities from the BBC, Apple, Rovio, Symantec as well as thought leaders in the Web and Content Management space. We are still at an early stage but have significant traction and have a solid base of customers like Nike, Axel Springer, Playboy, Asics, Nasty Gal, etc. Most of these customers find us via their web agencies. To make it easier for these agencies to bring more of their clients onto the Contentful platform, we are in the process of building out a partnership program. This is where you come in!You will work with our business development manager in forming and scaling up the partnership program by identifying potential partner agencies, develop tactics for getting in touch with them and understand their needs. The tasks will vary every week, from doing market research and creating marketing campaigns, to answering support and calling potential partners. As a result,  you will also be working with our Customer Success, Sales and Marketing team.

Requirements:
Current student or recent graduate on bachelor- or master level, preferably within business, economics, or marketing.You are a digital native, with a basic understanding of Web technologies and will be able to articulate our value proposition to both technical and business stakeholders.You have excellent English communication skills, verbally and written (German not required).You are outgoing and don’t mind picking up the phone to call complete strangersYou are analytical and organized. We measure and analyze everything we do to always improve and expect you to do the same.You get stuff done! We are looking for someone we can trust to do a good job without too much handholding. You are here to learn, but we believe in learning by doing.You can work at least 15 hours/week for 4-6 months.

Benefits:
Be part of the web revolution and work with our cutting-edge team on the future of the Web.Team up with our international group of experts. Work with our customers and partners, some of the hottest international agencies and global enterprises.Be in a fast-paced environment in a company that’s growing quickly. Enjoy responsibility and make a significant impact, while learning every day.Learn to use tools like Salesforce, Podio, Totango and MailchimpA fun workplace right in the heart of Berlin - Kreuzberg, surrounded by international startups.Free beverages and a sweet officeFlexible work hoursFair payment